Software Engineer (II-III), Full Stack

About True Anomaly True Anomaly is the only defense technology company focused exclusively on space defense. Founded in 2022 by ex-U.S. Space Force members, True Anomaly designs and builds advanced systems for space superiority: agile and powerful spacecraft platforms, mission software engineered for unmatched command and control, and payloads tailored for precision sensing and effects. We are headquartered in Centennial, Colorado, with regional offices in Colorado Springs, Colorado, Long Beach, California, and Washington, D.C. We are hiring and seeking exceptional talent to join True Anomaly, from any technical industry or background, to bring unique talents, perspective, and solutions. If you embrace complexity, demonstrate relentless ownership, have the resiliency and persistence to overcome challenges. If you’re like us and want your work to carry purpose and shape the future of space, visit www.WhyAreYouHere.com.

True Anomaly

Delivering decisive capabilities for space superiority.

PropulsionProductionCommunicationsSpaceAISpacecraft ManufacturingAdvanced ManufacturingFlight Softwareand Mission Operations

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trueanomaly.space

201-500 employees

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Englewood, Colorado

2022

Privately Held

66k LinkedIn followers

Raised $1.1B

• Software is the central nervous system for True Anomaly’s engineering and product thesis. Software bridges the gap between military objectives, theoretical astrodynamics and the human and autonomous control of spacecraft and ground systems in time and space.
• You do not need to have experience building space ground systems or experience in aerospace. You’ll have ownership of challenging, greenfield problems and a chance to fundamentally impact the outcome of future conflict (and the future of the company), all while enjoying world-class benefits including platinum healthcare, flexible work hours/location, highly competitive compensation and a generous stock options package.
• Design, develop, and sustain satellite command and control, mission planning, mission data processing and data analysis software systems using Elixir
• Bring your voice to the table in team collaborations on architecture, design, and code reviews
• Interact and collaborate with engineers from various disciplines to create emergent results

Required

• Elixir software development experience
• Front-end experience
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or similar discipline or relevant experience
• Functional programming experience in Elixir, Erlang, Clojure, Haskell, Ruby or F#
• Proven experience developing resilient and fault-tolerant architecture
• Demonstrated leadership ability, exceptional written and oral communication skills, and aptitude for working across disciplines
• Enjoys debugging and problem solving live systems
• Experience with distributed systems
• A strong bias towards understanding and rejecting the status quo
• U.S. Citizen and eligible for DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance
• Work Location—This is an onsite role, we are seeking candidates based near Denver, CO or Long Beach, CA.
• Work environment—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
• Physical demands—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.
• This position will be open until it is successfully filled. To submit your application, please follow the directions below.
• True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us know.

Preferred

• Deep understanding of Elixir and OTP including BEAM scheduling, GenServers, run queues, and pg or the Actor model
• Preferred experience with: React, TypeScript, React Three Fiber/three.js
• Experience with OAuth2 and role-based access controls
• Deep understanding of network protocols
• Database experience with PostgreSQL, MySQL
• Experience with monitoring and tracing in a distributed system

• Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options
• Generous time off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave
• Fuel for your day: Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees
• And more: 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays
• Equity participation: Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success.
• Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles
• Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave
• Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.